No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by phreddyl

Does this affect those of us who have it set up as exchange on iPhones iPads etc? My thought is no. But figured I would ask.

The article did state that existing Google Sync connections will continue to function so I assume we will be okay. On the other hand, I'd like to know their definition of "existing sync connections". Will restoring my device as new cause me to no longer have an existing sync connection and thus force me to have to configure Gmail via IMAP?

No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by JustMe'D

The article did state that existing Google Sync connections will continue to function so I assume we will be okay. On the other hand, I'd like to know their definition of "existing sync connections". Will restoring my device as new cause me to no longer have an existing sync connection and thus force me to have to configure Gmail via IMAP?

Mail is via the existing imap way; the big difference there is that you won't get push notifications in the native app. (They want you to use the Gmail app for iOS.) And bear in mind that if you already use Exchange, nothing will change with your existing setup.

Mail is via the existing imap way; the big difference there is that you won't get push notifications in the native app. (They want you to use the Gmail app for iOS.) And bear in mind that if you already use Exchange, nothing will change with your existing setup.

Thanks. Will look at it tomorrow. Getting sleepy. Spent day watching this new horror show in ct.

Mail is via the existing imap way; the big difference there is that you won't get push notifications in the native app. (They want you to use the Gmail app for iOS.) And bear in mind that if you already use Exchange, nothing will change with your existing setup.

this is the confusing part for me. i have not read the details so forgive me. how long is this method good for? what is the cut off time for this to not change? and like mentioned already, what happens after a restore?

Re: No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by BLiNK

this is the confusing part for me. i have not read the details so forgive me. how long is this method good for? what is the cut off time for this to not change? and like mentioned already, what happens after a restore?

They didn't mention any cut off at all, but Restores are still a question. Google didn't specify if that would count as a new setup. To be safe I'd assume it won't work.

No More Active Sync?

So I copied this off google support page

" Existing users can continue to use Google Sync on their current devices.

Starting January 30, 2013, users, other than paid Google Apps users, won't be able to set up new devices using Google Sync and should see our sync site for instructions. You can also consult with your device carrier or manufacturer for how they recommend to sync with Gmail, Google Calendar, and Contacts. Google Apps for Business, Education, and Government customers can continue to set up new devices with Google Sync after this date."

No More Active Sync?

" Existing users can continue to use Google Sync on their current devices.

Thank you, Phreddyl. Their use of the term "current" says it all.

Starting January 30, 2013, users, other than paid Google Apps users, won't be able to set up new devices using Google Sync and should see our sync site for instructions. You can also consult with your device carrier or manufacturer for how they recommend to sync with Gmail, Google Calendar, and Contacts. Google Apps for Business, Education, and Government customers can continue to set up new devices with Google Sync after this date."

They know that people will eventually change devices soit is only a matter if time before everyone is using their preferred method.

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Google used to be my primary account, but after the introduction of iCloud, I switched over to it. I still use Google services, just in a lesser role. As for iCloud, it continues to serve me well.

I have pretty much done the same. I still use one gmail email account and Google search pretty heavily, but I’ve backed away from most other Google services... not sure I’ll miss the exchange server connectivity. I’ve had my calendars and contacts in iCloud since it was launched.

No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by Fausty82

I have pretty much done the same. I still use one gmail email account and Google search pretty heavily, but Iíve backed away from most other Google services... not sure Iíll miss the exchange server connectivity. Iíve had my calendars and contacts in iCloud since it was launched.

Same here. The only thing other than one mail account and search that I use Google for is sometimes I will go browse their Play store for music when they're having a sale and get some music. Which I then promptly download and put into iTunes and get it on my phone via iTunes Match.

No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by Fausty82

I have pretty much done the same. I still use one gmail email account and Google search pretty heavily, but Iíve backed away from most other Google services... not sure Iíll miss the exchange server connectivity. Iíve had my calendars and contacts in iCloud since it was launched.

Do you happen to know the simplest way to move contacts and calendar to iCloud without creating duplicates and syncing with all devices?

No More Active Sync?

I primarily use the Gmail app for E-mail any way (better functionality and more options). However, I exported my contact and calendar data to iCloud and it works wonderfully (I now sync with iCloud). I have wanted to do this for quite some time any how, this gave me the reason I needed.

No More Active Sync?

Originally Posted by phreddyl

Do you happen to know the simplest way to move contacts and calendar to iCloud without creating duplicates and syncing with all devices?

I did it the tried and true old school method......I logged into gmail via a computer and exported my contacts to vCard format and then logged in to iCloud via a computer, selected the contacts icon and then imported them. Worked like a charm. Note: if you already have an iCloud account configured and you have the same contacts information in it that you have in your gmail account, all you have to do is turn off the contacts sync in the settings for gmail on your device(s).